I use them for shorter faster runs and really enjoy the Supernova Prima for daily/long. The Prima could probably do it all for you, though, and you know it works. If it ain’t broke?
High instep, high arch and slightly wider forefoot here - lots of trial and error! I feel you. Here's a few I've liked:
\- Vomero Plus (a touch narrow in the toe box, but otherwise works really well)
\- TYR Maverick - My current favorite shoe, and my daily. Anatomic toebox, flexible offer and great lockdown with 44m drop in a lightweight package.
\- EVO SL - Fits really well, but is best for fast runs and not the most stable. Not a beginning shoe, IMO (no idea your running journey). Frequently on sale for \~$100.
\- Adidas Supernova Prima - Excellent fit and foam, very balanced daily trainer.
\- NB SC Elite V4 and V5 - More of a racing shoe, but also suitable for speed work and long runs. Does have a carbon fiber plate, but the V4 version is one of the least aggressive race shoes out there.
Hope this helps!
The P35 is a nice step forward for them. In my opinion, it’s still not on the level or the best foams from many of the other well-established brands.
I’m not an Altra hater. I put probably 600+ miles on 2 pairs of Experience Flows.
I’ve got wide feet, mostly in the midfoot. Just worn a pair of ForeverRuns out (rip in the in the upper) and am currently enjoying Supernova Prima v1s, probably more so than the FRs. Both have stability elements without feeling like running in clogs, save my overpronating ankles on the long runs for sure.
Seconding Vinted! Or eBay.
If they don’t work out, they go back on there for no loss. I’ve got some near spotless shoes all for £30 or less (Supernova Primas, two pairs of RC Elite v2s, Rebel V2/V3/V4s, Streakflys) that I’ve run into the ground.
Do you have a local running store with a treadmill? I feel like this would be best for trying on several options to see what feels best. As a fellow forefoot striker, my recent favorites in terms of daily trainers have been Novablast 5, Supernova Prima, WaveRider 29, and On Cloudeclipse. If you're looking to do some fast stuff, I'd check out the Evo SL, Brooks Hyperion 3, and Puma Nitro Elite 3.
I just about cleared 570 miles (917km) in the Primas and enjoyed every run in these! I felt the pop and energy returns in these but that disappeared after around the 300-mile marker. I still continued running in these until now, after the 500-mile marker, where it was approaching its end life as it started to feel very stiff. Might just buy another pair because of the sale! Just purchased the NB Rebel V5s too will try that one out as well.
I have Novablast 4 and 5 for daily, Supernova Prima for easy/long, Takumi Sen 10 for interval and short racing, and Evo SL for short fast runs (3k/5k) or tempo. They’re a lot of fun.
However, I didn’t like it for easy long runs or recovery. Probably those who swear by it for easy running have their easy runs as fast as my race pace lol
Great question as I struggle with that sometimes. First, just a disclaimer that I’m a shopping addict so having more categories serves to justify buying more shoes. The NB4 is honestly more than enough for someone like me. Injured, 43m with a 5k of 24 minutes lol. I also have the Zoom Fly 6, SL2, Alpha Fly 3 and Adios 9.
But seriously, daily would be smthn like the NB4 where I go out and run without any planning, just run however I feel at the time and add more miles. Unless I have a planned session (tempo, interval, easy or long), I’m going to wear the NB4. It’s usually 5k-10k at zone 2/3, which is most of my days. The Supernova Prima certainly works great for that purpose, and the NB4 works great for long runs.
The Boston 12 is actually perfect for long normal to fast pace runs.
For long easy runs I got the Supernova Prima and it’s really nice and comfortable.
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